How does one choose the best hydrocarbon fluid for a specific application?
Each application has a set of performance requirements that depend on hydrocarbon fluid properties. Several depend primarily on the fluid volatility (e.g. VOC status, flammability or transportation class, evaporation rate or dry time). We suggest the formulator first select the appropriate volatility range and then determine the best fluid type. Fluid selection can be made with prioritization of desired fluid properties as indicated in the table below.In many cases there may be complex tradeoffs among desired properties that require compromise.
